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“We must act now”: charity calls for action on complex needs students in Scotland
Capability Scotland is calling on the Scottish Government to commit to robust and equitable funding for special education needs in Scotland
NEWS 1 November 2024 by Niall Christie
 
Everyone will regret this: SCVO on cuts plan which will devastate charities
NEWS 31 October 2024 by Anna Fowlie
 
“Not yet clear”: SCVO speaks out after NI hike in budget
Voluntary sector leaders are pushing for clarity from the government. 
NEWS 31 October 2024 by Niall Christie
 
Demo against cuts that could wipe out 64 Edinburgh charities
Assemble at 9am outside Edinburgh City Chambers on Friday, 1 November
NEWS 31 October 2024 by Graham Martin
 
Lottery cap holding back vital cash for good causes
Communities and charities would only benefit if the cap was scrapped says minister
NEWS 31 October 2024 by Robert Armour
 
“Further financial burden”: sector pleads with Chancellor after National Insurance hike
Concerns remain about international aid budgets, alongside National Insurance rises for employers.
NEWS 30 October 2024 by Niall Christie
 
30-year-old charity saved from closure after government intervention
Kate Forbes confirmed in Holyrood that Young Enterprise Scotland would have its funding covered to ensure it remains viable. 
NEWS 30 October 2024 by Niall Christie
 
“UK must advocate for UNRWA”: Bosses of NGOs speak out over Israel’s agency ban 
Concerns have been raised about the devastating effect this could have on aid. 
NEWS 29 October 2024 by Niall Christie
 
Moira's Run raises more than £10k for charity
The Moira Fund was set up in memory of Moira Jones, who was murdered in Queen's Park in 2008
NEWS 29 October 2024 by Graham Martin
 
Charities revolt at prospect of devastating cuts to Edinburgh’s community organisations
The council may step in and cover shortfalls for the remainder of this financial year.
NEWS 29 October 2024 by Niall Christie
TFN Guide to Running a Charity or Social Enterprise 2024

This year’s Guide takes a look at how the sector is progressing in inclusion, diversity, equality and environmentalism - what more can be done to further these aims, featuring a wealth of expert opinion, advice and reflection.

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